CTU ICT Week 2025 – Jamaica
Theme: Driving Change: Connecting Futures
Venue: The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, Kingston, Jamaica
Hosted by: Government of Jamaica
Organised by: Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU)
Under the Patronage of: The Honourable Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Government of Jamaica

Background

The Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU), in collaboration with the Government of Jamaica, is pleased to host CTU ICT Week 2025 – Jamaica from Monday 29th September to Friday 3rd October 2025, at The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, Kingston. This prestigious event will take place under the distinguished patronage of the Honourable Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Government of Jamaica.

As one of the CTU’s premier annual events, ICT Week provides a unique platform for regional and international stakeholders to exchange ideas, share best practices, and shape digital policy and development across the Caribbean.

Theme

This year’s theme, “Driving Change: Connecting Futures,” reflects the CTU’s commitment to fostering regional collaboration and innovation. It underscores the need for Caribbean governments to harness the full potential of digital technologies to enhance social and economic development while building resilience to emerging global challenges.

Objectives

CTU ICT Week 2025 aims to:

• Advance regional dialogue and cooperation on digital transformation and ICT policy.
• Support the development of inclusive and resilient digital economies.
• Promote strategic ICT leadership among Caribbean governments.
• Provide a platform for sharing insights on cutting-edge technologies and trends.
• Encourage innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment in the ICT sector.

Key Highlights

• Statutory CTU Meetings – Including the convening of Ministers responsible for ICT to guide the strategic direction of the Union.
• 23rd Strategic ICT Ministerial Seminar – A high-level forum where ministers will deliberate on regional ICT priorities and policy strategies.
• Expert Presentations and Panel Discussions – Featuring global thought leaders and technical experts on critical topics such as:
  • Expansion of 5G networks
  • Applications of artificial intelligence
  • Promoting digital inclusion
  • Strengthening cybersecurity
  • Leveraging ICT for climate action
• Innovation and Networking Spaces – Showcasing the creative potential of Caribbean innovators and entrepreneurs.
• Public Engagement and Youth Participation – Activities designed to engage young people, civil society, and other stakeholders in the digital development agenda.

Target Audience

• Government ministers and policymakers
• ICT regulators and public sector technocrats
• Private sector representatives and investors
• Regional and international development partners
• Academia and research institutions
• Civil society and youth networks

Significance

CTU ICT Week 2025 is positioned to serve as a catalyst for regional digital transformation, reinforcing the critical role of ICT in shaping a prosperous and connected Caribbean. The event will contribute to shaping forward-looking policies that increase the region’s competitiveness and resilience in an evolving global digital landscape.

By driving change and connecting futures, the CTU, alongside its member states and partners, aims to unlock the full potential of ICTs for innovation, economic growth, and sustainable development throughout the Caribbean.

REGISTER

WEEK AT A GLANCE

Date	Time	Activity
Monday 29th September	9:00–17:00	23rd Ministerial Strategic ICT Seminar
Monday 29th September	18:00–22:00	Opening Ceremony
Tuesday 30th September	09:00–13:00	53rd Executive Council Meeting
Tuesday 30th September	09:00–13:00	CTU 3rd Caribbean ICT Youth Network Meeting
Tuesday 30th September	09:00–13:00	CCA Workshop
Tuesday 30th September	13:00–17:00	Joint Meeting of 53rd EC and 31st GC (Open)
Wednesday 1st October	09:00–16:00	31st General Conference of Ministers (GC31 Closed)
Wednesday 1st October	09:00–16:00	CTU Network of Women Leadership Seminar
Wednesday 1st October	18:00–22:00	Reception hosted by Hon. Minister
Thursday 2nd October	09:00–17:00	11th Caribbean ICT Regulators Forum
Thursday 2nd October	09:00–17:00	CTU ICT4PWDs Workshops for the Blind, Deaf and Persons with Mobility Challenges
Thursday 2nd October	09:00–17:00	UPU/CPU Workshop
Friday 3rd October	09:00–17:00	Digital Jamaica – Secondary School Forum
Friday 3rd October	09:00–17:00	Cultural Tour

OPEN IN NEW WINDOW

President and CEO of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Kurt Lindqvist Kurt Erik “Kurtis” Lindqvist is a seasoned technology executive and business leader who became President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) on 9 December 2024. With more than 30 years of experience in engineering and business development of Internet service providers, Internet Exchange Points, and global network carriers, Lindqvist has dedicated his career to advancing the stability, security, and accessibility of the Internet. Prior to joining ICANN, Lindqvist served as CEO of the London Internet Exchange (LINX), a leading operator of worldwide interconnection services, from 2019 to 2024. Prior to this, he was CEO of Netnod from 2002 to 2015. Lindqvist also chaired the European Internet Exchange Association (Euro-IX) from 2003 to 2020, which underscores his long-standing leadership in Internet infrastructure organizations. Lindqvist has been a leading voice in Internet governance (IG) and technical development. He served on the Internet Architecture Board (IAB) and led working groups within the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and RIPE, where his efforts helped shape critical Internet standards and policies. Additionally, he has advised the Swedish government on IG, broadband policy, and other key areas, fostering collaboration between public and private sectors. Lindqvist studied Computer Science at Uppsala University, Sweden, and holds an Executive MBA from the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union John Omo Mr. John OMO is the Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) having been elected during the 5th ATU Conference of Plenipotentiaries held in Nairobi in August 2018. He leads the continental body entrusted with building consensus within African countries in the development of ICT policies, systems and services, and also in coordinating African participation in international ICT for Africa. Mr. Omo has 29 years experience as a lawyer and has contributed immensely to the development of local and international policies, legislation, agreements and treaties in all areas of public service life but mainly in the area of ICTs. Prior to his election, he worked with the Communications Authority of Kenya, Kenya’s ICT regulator, where he provided leadership over the Authority’s legal matters and strategies. Before that, he worked in the public/civil service. He holds a Master of Law degree in International and Commercial law from the University of Sheffield – UK; a Bachelor of Law from the University of Nairobi – Kenya; a Diploma in Human Rights Law from the UN Human Rights Centre, Geneva, and ILO Centre Turin and another diploma in Legal Practice and Ethics from the Kenya School of Law amongst other professional courses.

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